Find out how popular the last name Bautch is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Bautch.

Bautch, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Bautch surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bautch in America

Bautch is the 41728th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bautch surname appeared 521 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Bautch.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bautch to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Bautch

The surname BAUTCH is of German origin, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. The name is believed to have originated from the German word "Bautz," which referred to a small, round loaf of bread. This connection suggests that the BAUTCH surname may have been associated with bakers or those involved in the bread-making trade.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BAUTCH name can be found in the town of Bamberg, located in the state of Bavaria, Germany. An individual named Hans BAUTCH was mentioned in a local registry dating back to 1587, indicating the presence of this surname in the region during that time period.

In the 17th century, the BAUTCH name appeared in various historical documents across different regions of Germany. Notable examples include the birth record of Johann BAUTCH in the town of Heidelberg in 1632 and the marriage certificate of Maria BAUTCH and Wilhelm Schneider in the city of Cologne in 1679.

As the BAUTCH surname spread across Germany, variations in spelling emerged, such as Bautsch, Bauch, and Bautsche. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and local pronunciation differences.

In terms of historical figures bearing the BAUTCH surname, a few notable individuals stand out. Friedrich BAUTCH (1701-1773) was a prominent German theologian and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of religious studies. His works, including "Treatise on the Nature of the Soul" and "On the Existence of God," were widely read and discussed during the Enlightenment period.

Another notable figure was Johanna BAUTCH (1824-1891), a German artist and painter renowned for her landscape and portrait works. Her paintings were exhibited in several galleries across Germany and received critical acclaim for their attention to detail and vivid depictions of nature.

In the 19th century, the BAUTCH surname gained recognition in the field of literature. Carl BAUTCH (1848-1923) was a German writer and poet who authored several collections of poetry and short stories. His works often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, earning him a devoted following among literary circles of the time.

The BAUTCH surname also had a presence in the field of science. Friedrich Wilhelm BAUTCH (1870-1942) was a German physicist and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of early radio technology. He held several patents related to wireless communication and was recognized for his pioneering work in the field.

It is worth noting that while the BAUTCH surname originated in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and immigration patterns. However, its rich historical roots and connections to various professions and notable individuals remain firmly rooted in its German heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bautch

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Bautch.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Bautch was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Bautch has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Bautch was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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